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2008 Kia Amanti
$25,495 - $25,495Starting MSRP
Model Highlights
Transmission
Automatic w/ODSportmatic shifter
Body Type
Sedan
Seatings
5 Seats
Overview
Kia's premium large car went through a number of changes for 2007, and carries on essentially unchanged for 2008.Under the hood is the 3.8L aluminum-block "Lambda" V6 engine that makes 264 horsepower and 264 lb-ft of torque, and it is coupled with...
What’s new in the 2008 model?
Kia's premium large car, the Amanti, was given a cosmetic facelift and mechanical overhaul last year, so there was little need to change things for...

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EPA Classification: Large
Engine Order Code:
Engine Type: Gas V6
Displacement: 3.8L/231
Fuel System: - TBD -
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 264 @ 6000
SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 260 @ 4500
Drivetrain: Front Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code:
Trans Type: 5
Trans Description Cont.: Automatic w/OD
Trans Description Cont. Again: Sportmatic shifter
First Gear Ratio (:1): 3.84
Second Gear Ratio (:1): 2.09
Third Gear Ratio (:1): 1.44
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1): 1.05
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.73
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1):
Reverse Ratio (:1): 3.86
Clutch Size (in):
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1): 3.33
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 17
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 24
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): 600
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): 110
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts): 11.5
Base Curb Weight (lbs): 3770
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): - TBD -
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): - TBD -
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs):
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs):
Suspension Type - Front: Independent
Suspension Type - Rear: Independent
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): Double Wishbone
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): Multi-Link
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm): - TBD -
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in): - TBD -
Brake Type: Pwr
Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 11.9 x - TBD -
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 11.2 x - TBD -
Drum - Rear (Yes or ):
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in):
Front Tire Order Code:
Rear Tire Order Code:
Spare Tire Order Code:
Front Tire Size: P225/60R16
Rear Tire Size: P225/60R16
Spare Tire Size:
Front Wheel Size (in): 16 x - TBD -
Rear Wheel Size (in): 16 x - TBD -
Spare Wheel Size (in):
Front Wheel Material: aluminum
Rear Wheel Material: aluminum
Spare Wheel Material:
Steering Type: Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall: - TBD -
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering): 3.15
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 38.2
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft): - TBD -
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 18.5
Wheelbase (in): 110.2
Length, Overall (in): 196.9
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 72.8
Height, Overall (in): 58.5
Track Width, Front (in): 62.4
Track Width, Rear (in): 62.6
Min Ground Clearance (in): 6.5
Liftover Height (in): - TBD -
Trunk Volume (ft³): 15.9
Passenger Capacity: 5
Passenger Volume (ft³): 106.0
Front Head Room (in): 40.0
Front Leg Room (in): 44.5
Front Shoulder Room (in): 58.1
Front Hip Room (in): 55.2
Second Head Room (in): 38.2
Second Leg Room (in): 36.8
Second Shoulder Room (in): 57.5
Second Hip Room (in): 54.6
Vehicle Name: Kia Amanti
Body Style: 4dr Sedan
Pricing
This model has 1 different trims.
MSRP
$25,495
Invoice
$23,250
Description
3.8L/231, 264 @ 6000, Automatic w/ODSportmatic shifter
Fuel Economy
This model has 1 different trims.
City
17 MPG
Hwy
24 MPG
Combined
undefined MPG
Description
3.8L/231, 264 @ 6000, Automatic w/ODSportmatic shifter
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